2001 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
